2000 Infiniti I vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | I | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
